1. (v. t.) To set free from the power of another; to liberate; as to emancipate a slave, or a country\.

2. (v. t.) To free from any controlling influence, especially from anything which exerts undue or evil influence; as, to emancipate one from prejudices or error.

3. (a.) Set at liberty.

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